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Flight deals from Zurich to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,113. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.R 1,617 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zurich on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,617, select.

Istanbul.R 1,655 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zurich on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,655, select.

Istanbul.R 1,671 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zurich on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,671, select.

Istanbul.R 1,681 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zurich on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,681, select.

Istanbul.R 1,681 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Mar.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zurich on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,681, select.

Istanbul.R 1,682 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zurich on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,682, select.

Istanbul.R 1,691 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zurich on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,691, select.

Istanbul.R 1,700 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zurich on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,700, select.

Istanbul.R 1,707 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 May.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zurich on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,707, select.

Istanbul.R 1,840 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Zurich on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,840, select.

Istanbul.R 1,900 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Zurich on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,900, select.

Istanbul.R 1,937 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Zurich on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,937, select.

Istanbul.R 1,956 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Zurich on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,956, select.

Istanbul.R 1,957 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Zurich on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,957, select.

Istanbul.R 2,183 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Aug.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Zurich on Tue, 3 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,183, select.

Istanbul.R 2,186 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jun.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Zurich on Sun, 6 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,186, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Direct flights from Zurich to Istanbul

Zurich to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zurich to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul

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from R 893

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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul

from R 1,617

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Zurich to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 1,617
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	3 hrs
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	188

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zurich to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Istanbul is R 3,083. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Zurich to Istanbul?

3 hours is the average flight time from Zurich to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Zurich to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Gulf Air and PIA fly direct from Zurich to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Zurich to Istanbul?

As of August 2026, there are 188 flights per week flying from Zurich to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Istanbul is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Zurich Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Air Serbia and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

Around 3 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul two hours ahead of Zurich.
Choose from 31 weekly Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. The 06:45 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:40.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ZRH to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

R 1,617 is the lowest price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Return flights start from R 3,083. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book eight months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ZRH to IST.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from ZRH to IST.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Of all flights leaving Zurich Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 10 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to ZRH? If you're catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

Consider staying in a hotel near IST if you're catching a late Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Booking your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Zurich Airport to Istanbul Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.